Episode 160: The Butcher Shop

Our first film of 10 in Ireland is about McGraths of Lismore – a traditional butcher shop with its own farm and abattoir. With many small businesses struggling to survive, this family butcher has been in the trade since the 1600s. Note: contains a real account of meat production, that viewers may be sensitive to.

You guys continue to make films with such humanity and humor. The killing scene wasn’t easy to watch – even for a devoted carnivore – but I appreciate that you guys approached the cut as humanely as the guy holding the gun. Can’t wait for more from Ireland. One request: subtitles please!

Thank you for this beautiful film! Thank you for your bravery to tell a much bigger, more complex story. To bring us just a little closer to the death of the animals we eat in hopes that we honor their lives more and have a greater understanding of what it means to be alive. And, thank you to the family for sharing their story.